Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 29:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 29:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 29:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, Job is remembering a time when he was a leader and people looked up to him like a king. He was kind to others, especially those who were sad, and helped them feel better.

Job 29:25: I chose out their way, and sat chief, and dwelt as a king in the army, as one [that] comforteth the mourners.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse advises trusting in the Lord rather than one's own understanding, which contradicts Job 29:25 where Job describes himself as a guide, relying on his own perception.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

This verse teaches that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, contrasting Job's self-description of leadership and honor in Job 29:25.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse instructs to humble oneself before the Lord for exaltation, differing from Job's account of sitting as chief and guiding others.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with Luke 14:11

It emphasizes humility as the way to be exalted, whereas Job 29:25 highlights Job’s supreme position and authority.

Luke 14:11: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:5

Advises submission and humility, in contrast to Job 29:25 where Job is seen as assuming a leadership position with confidence.

1 Peter 5:5: Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.
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